Ingredients
- 1 pack of Merchant Gourmet Glorious Grains
- 3 shallots, thinly chopped
- 1 leek, sliced
- 1 bag of kale, chopped
- 1 pack pancetta cubes
- 1 pack feta
- 1 red pepper, sliced
- 3 guindilla chillies
- Handful of dill, chopped
- Handful of parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp mustard
- Squeeze of lemon juice
- Tsp guindilla chilli liquid
- ½ tsp of sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the dressing:
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan over low heat. Add the sliced shallots, leeks, and a pinch of salt. Cook gently for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and caramelised. Add the butter and stir through. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Toss the chopped kale with 1 tsp olive oil and a pinch of salt. Spread out in the air fryer basket and cook at 180°C (360°F) for about 5 minutes, shaking halfway. Keep an eye on it, as it can burn quickly. Once crispy, set aside.
- Place the sliced red pepper in a bowl, drizzle with 1 tsp olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat, then spread out in the air fryer and cook at 200°C for 15-20 minutes, shaking occasionally. (Alternatively, roast in the oven at 200°C for the same time) Once soft and slightly charred, set aside.
- Heat a dry pan over medium heat. Add the pancetta cubes and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the fat has rendered and the pancetta is golden and crispy. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- In a large salad bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, guindilla chilli liquid, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Add the grains to the bowl with the dressing and toss to coat. Add the crispy pancetta, kale, caramelised shallots and leeks, roasted red peppers, guindilla chillies, chopped dill, and parsley. Mix everything together until well combined.
- Divide the salad between plates, then top with crumbled feta and extra fresh herbs. Serve and enjoy!
